Recommended Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack for 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250
Question:
I need a hitch for a bike rack for a 2014 Mercedes cla 250 Can you help?
asked by: Matt
Expert Reply:
For your 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, I recommend the Curt Class II Receiver Hitch # C12163. This Class II hitch is confirmed to fit your vehicle and will provide you with a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening and a tongue weight capacity of 350 pounds. Because the hitch is custom-fit for your Mercedes, you will not need to do any drilling, just keep in mind that the exhaust will need to be temporarily lowered during installation.
I have attached the complete installation instructions so you can see exactly how it installs. Please also note that Curt requires that all non-trailer loads, such as a bike rack, be supported by a stabilizing strap # 18050. I have attached a short video demonstration on this strap so you can see how it works.
Then, if you do not already have a bike rack, I highly recommend the Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack # KU74FR. This is an excellent, platform-style carrier that will secure 2 bikes of up to 40 pounds each. The ratcheting hooks hold the bikes by their wheels with no frame contact and a convenient foot pedal lets you tilt the rack back, with the bikes still loaded, for easy rear cargo access on the vehicle.
I have attached a short video demonstration on this carrier that you can check out. I have also attached a link that will take you to our available selection of bike racks that will be comptible with the above mentioned Curt Trailer Hitch.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Kuat
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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